Good morning, Erie.

Erie locals helped eight-year-old Jonah Allgeier after he received a life-saving heart transplant on Easter Sunday when a car cruise was held at the Lawrence Park Fishing Club—featuring a fish fry and basket raffle—to raise money for his family's financial needs.

The event showed strong community support during a challenging time.

Founded in 1796 as Walnut Creek by Revolutionary War Col. Seth Reed near Millcreek Mall, the village grew to include Erie’s first frame home and a bustling mix of local businesses—later renamed Kearsarge to honor the USS Kearsarge; its legacy lives on in landmarks like the Kearsarge Volunteer Fire Department that serves the area today.

Today the Robert Irvine Foundation hosted a free event at the Mellon Heritage Veterans Outreach Center and offered resources to veterans + service members.

A rollover crash in Millcreek occurred Saturday at 5:40 p.m. near the intersection of Glenwood Park Avenue and Glenn Drive when a black SUV rolled onto its roof and its driver was taken to the hospital—no other injuries were reported and the cause remains unclear.

Last weekend, hundreds of people attended the Erie Blues and Jazz Festival at Frontier Park to enjoy free live music from local and visiting artists.

The event included food vendors and activities that brought the community together—an enduring tradition celebrated in Erie.

Erie offers many alternatives to the Tall Ships festival from Aug.

21 to 24—options include a Polish festival at Holy Trinity, comedy shows at Kellar’s, a murder mystery dinner at Room 33 Speakeasy, an outdoor screening of Finding Dory in Albion, climbing sessions, open markets, food tours and museum visits. Local residents and visitors can choose these events to enjoy a full weekend of varied activities away from the waterfront crowds.

National Fuel Gas raised the natural gas bill for an average Erie home—usage of 96,500 cubic feet will now cost $87.78 per month instead of $78.21 effective August 1—as higher market prices drove a 12.2% increase over earlier projections.

The utility said spot prices are expected to keep rising through the winter.

Former District 10 boys tennis champions Gavin Ferretti of Cathedral Prep + David Mikotowicz of McDowell met in the men's open final of the City Rec Tennis Tournament.

Fans in Erie can vote in the District 10 football poll to choose the preseason offensive player of the year.

The poll, which offers 11 candidates including local standout Paul Johnson, will run until Thursday night—helping the community decide the award.

Erie SeaWolves pitcher Austin Bergner set a new franchise record—he reached 279 career strikeouts on Aug.

3 by striking out Cleveland prospect Travis Bazzana—passing longtime record holder Warwick Saupold.

Nate Bargatze Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Tickets starting at $132 — Experience laughter with Nate Bargatze's signature stand-up comedy style.

Erie District Amateur Championship

Aug 8-10 — The Kahkwa Club — Registration required — Compete in a 54-hole stroke play event for male golfers in Erie.

Reyburn Jr. Sailing Banquet

6-9 p.m. — Erie Yacht Club — Celebrate the 2025 Reyburn Jr. Sailing Season with fellow enthusiasts.

First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Training

10 AM - 7 PM — Erie County Public Library - Blasco Memorial Library — Course fee applies — Become a certified instructor and share lifesaving skills with others.

Tall Ships Erie 2025

4-day festival — August 21-24 — Erie Maritime Museum — $ — Experience the majesty of magnificent ships racing in the Tall Ships Challenge on the Great Lakes.

LEAF Open Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Frontier Park — Free entry — Explore a vibrant outdoor farmer's market featuring local vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, and crafts.

Reminiscent at Erie Downtown Music Series

6-9 p.m. — Perry Square — Free entry — Enjoy a Motown tribute concert while relaxing in the park with food and community spirit.

First To Eleven Live Concert

6-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — No cover before 9 p.m. — Experience First to Eleven performing your rock favorites in the Happy Hour Concert Series.

Gem City Renaissance Festival

10 AM – 4 PM — Frontier Park — Cash recommended — Experience a vibrant one-day Renaissance festival in Erie with themed outfits and local vendors.

Hotel California Tribute Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of The Eagles performed by the acclaimed tribute band HOTEL CALIFORNIA.